Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne from R8 266

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
Dec 5 — Dec 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in March or August, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.

Sun 9/1111:00JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 16/1115:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11R15 015
Wed 5/1111:00JNB - MEL
2 stops36h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 28/36:30MEL - JNB
2 stops58h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/11R16 427
Thu 6/1111:00JNB - MEL
2 stops60h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 13/1115:35MEL - JNB
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/11R16 480
Sat 20/129:50JNB - MEL
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/118:20MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/11R20 229
Sun 9/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/116:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R22 165
Thu 6/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/116:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R26 490
Sat 22/1117:30JNB - AVV
1 stop29h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 5/126:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/11R28 356
Thu 18/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 45mQantas Airways
Thu 1/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/11R34 041
Tue 23/1221:55JNB - AVV
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11R34 494
Sun 21/1221:55JNB - AVV
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11R36 412
Sun 21/1221:55JNB - AVV
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11R37 092
Tue 23/1217:30JNB - AVV
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11R38 627

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 050

One-way from

R8 266

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R17 421
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 26/2-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R37 448 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 080 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

11:20-5:55

1 stop34h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

23:45-7:40

1 stop39h 55m

R15 364

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

11:00-12:30

1 stop40h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

23:45-7:40

1 stop39h 55m

R15 381

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

11:20-11:15

1 stop39h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

7:00-7:40

2 stops32h 40m

R16 079

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

10:15-7:40

2 stops53h 25m

R16 079

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

11:00-23:00

1 stop27h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

10:15-7:40

2 stops53h 25m

R16 096

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

16:50-4:55

2 stops28h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 19/5

15:10-14:20

2 stops31h 10m

R18 974

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 5/3

6:00-15:00

1 stop18h 00m

R18 991

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

17:30-23:15

1 stop20h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 29/4

6:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

R19 183

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

17:30-22:40

2 stops20h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

6:30-16:15

1 stop17h 45m

R19 514

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

18:45-20:15

1 stop17h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 18/5

6:00-16:15

1 stop18h 15m

R19 566

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R12 486). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 637). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 5 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in about 20h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 50m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne is about 10263 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne round-trip?

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways (R10 326), Singapore Airlines (R13 580), and Qantas Airways (R13 689) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Etihad Airways is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R12 486). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 637). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 326AverageR17 404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 580AverageR16 682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR13 689AverageR19 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 733AverageR15 285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 395AverageR17 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR17 107AverageR18 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR19 201AverageR22 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR19 770AverageR24 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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